Secondary Curriculum
Art - Art I
District Course #
Course Description
Art 1
Open to: Grades 7, 8, 9 One Year Course
Prerequisite: none
Content: This year long (two semester course) is an introductory course to a variety of art experiences and art
history using the elements and principles of design. The students will explore the fundamentals including, but not
limited to: drawing, ceramics, sculpture, painting, printmaking, fiber art, and art history. This course fulfills a
humanities credit towards graduation when taken as a freshman. Art 1 fulfills the prerequisite requirement for Art 2.
Major Concepts/Philosophy:
The purpose of this program is to create opportunities for personal expression through a variety of mediums. This
course provides a foundation in applying the elements and principles of design as the student explores media,
techniques and processes. Art History, Aesthetics, and Art Appreciation will be emphasized as students make
hands-on art projects. Higher order thinking skills and problem solving will be encouraged as students plan, design
and create. Art 1 gives students who are new to art classes, as well as experienced art students, a chance to further
develop their self esteem and expression capabilities. Students will also learn critical-thinking skills as they assess
their work as well as the works of others.
The year long (two semesters) course that comprise this program offered at the junior high school level are: Art 1,
Art 2, and Art 3.
Studio Activities:
Studio/classroom activities are an integral part of this program and provide instruction in the tools, materials,
processes and equipment found in general use in studios, in both private and public institutions. The studio
environment also provides cooperative learning opportunities.
Course Scope & Sequence
Unit 1
Unit 2
Unit 3
Unit 1
Art in Context
Aesthetics in Art/Critical Inquiry
Art Production
Ongoing
Ongoing
Ongoing
Art in Context
Ongoing
Instructional Objective
0101.01 Identify representative visual works of art from a variety of cultures and
historical periods.
No.
Performance Objective
01
Use visual characteristics to group works of art into
historical, social and cultural contexts which might include
Native American, Asian, Mexican, Classic European and
Contemporary American.
Unit 2
Aesthetics in Art/Critical Inquiry
Instructional Objective
0101.02 Critique works of art employing appropriate arts vocabulary.
No.
01
Performance Objective
Standard Reference
6-8.VA.1.1.1,
9-12.VA.1.1.1
Resource Reference
Assessment
Correlation
Ongoing
Standard Reference
6-8.VA.2.1.3,
9-12.VA.2.1.3
Resource Reference
Assessment
Correlation
Critique own work with appropriate vocabulary using the
procedure of describing, analyzing, interpreting and
judging.
Instructional Objective
0101.03 Discuss the nature of art or aesthetics..
Standard Reference
6-8.VA.2.2.2,
9-12.VA.2.2.2
No.
Performance Objective
01
Build a class definition of art.
02
Define aesthetics.
Resource Reference
Instructional Objective
0101.04 Show respect for personal work and work of others.
No.
Performance Objective
01
Take care of own work and exercise personal
responsibility for the work place.
02
Clean up personal and public work spaces. Demonstrate
teamwork and positive leadership in responsibilities/duties.
03
Avoid touching other people’s work and act responsibly
with the interests of the larger community in mind.
04
Make criticism positive and constructive and demonstrate
ethical behavior, exercise empathy, and respect diverse
perspectives.
Unit 3
Standard Reference
6-8.VA.2.2.5,
9-12.VA.2.2.5
Resource Reference
Art Production
Performance Objective
01
Create art works in drawing using the suggested media of:
pencil, charcoal, pen and ink, colored pencils, conte’,
markers, oil pastels, and/or scratch board.
02
Create art works in painting using the suggested media of:
tempera, watercolor and/or acrylics.
03
Create art works in sculpture using the suggested media:
clay, foam, plaster, wire, foil, paper, papier-mâché, found
objects and modeling clays.
04
Create art works in printmaking using the suggested
media: linoleum, Styrofoam, erasers, sponges, string,
glue, printer’s ink, cardboard and found objects.
05
Create ceramic pieces using additive, subtractive and
modeling sculptural techniques with hand-building
constructive methods of pinch, coil and/or slab methods.
Performance Objective
01
Use proper safety precautions when using materials in
powder form or when spraying aerosol mediums.
02
Wear protective aprons, goggles and/or gloves when
using equipment, stains, glazes and/or sealants.
03
Follow equipment and media safety rules.
Standard Reference
6-8.VA.3.1.1,
9-12.VA.3.1.1
Resource Reference
Instructional Objective
0101.06 Demonstrate safe and proper use, care, and storage of media,
materials, and equipment.
No.
Assessment
Correlation
Ongoing
Instructional Objective
0101.05 Select and apply media, techniques, and processes effectively and with
artistic intention.
No.
Assessment
Correlation
Assessment
Correlation
Standard Reference
6-8.VA.3.1.2,
9-12.VA.3.1.2
Resource Reference
Assessment
Correlation
04
Store projects, supplies and equipment safely to maintain
the integrity of the material.
05
Wear eye protection when using grinding wheels, glass,
saws and/or power tools.
06
Keep food out of the studio/classroom.
07
Know the location and function of the eye wash station in
the classroom.
Instructional Objective
0101.07 Present convincing or accurately rendered subjects that demonstrate
refined observational skills.
No.
Performance Objective
01
Create art works from observation and exercise the ability
to develop, implement and communicate new ideas to
others.
02
Create representational images through use of media and
techniques to develop communication/expression through
art.
Resource Reference
Instructional Objective
0101.08 Plan, record, and analyze work through keeping an artist’s journal or
sketchbook.
No.
Performance Objective
01
Create thumbnail sketches to plan art projects.
02
Record ideas and problem solve possibilities for
completed projects in a journal or sketchbook.
03
Reflect on the process and completion of each project in a
sketchbook or journal.
Performance Objective
01
Create art works to communicate a personal statement.
02
Create art works selecting images and symbols to
communicate a personal statement, idea or belief.
No.
01
Performance Objective
Assessment
Correlation
Standard Reference
6-8.VA.3.1.1,
9-12.VA.3.1.1
Resource Reference
Assessment
Correlation
Demonstrate ability to apply techniques and processes
with confident skills and craftsmanship to make complex
choices in creating a work of art.
Instructional Objective
0101.11 Apply various symbols, subjects and ideas in one’s artwork.
No.
Assessment
Correlation
Standard Reference
6-8.VA.3.2.2,
9-12.VA.3.2.2
Resource Reference
Instructional Objective
0101.10 Plan and produce a work of art applying media, techniques, and
processes with skill, confidence and sensitivity.
Assessment
Correlation
Standard Reference
6-8.VA.3.1.5,
9-12.VA.3.1.5
Resource Reference
Instructional Objective
0101.09 Discriminate and select from a variety of symbols, subject matter, and
ideas to communicate clearly personal statements.
No.
Standard Reference
6-8.VA.3.1.4,
9-12.VA.3.1.4
Performance Objective
Standard Reference
6-8.VA.3.3.2,
9-12.VA.3.3.2
Resource Reference
Assessment
Correlation
01
Use historical or contemporary symbols, images and/or
ideas in the creation of an original art work while
respecting the character and usage of the primary artist if
known.
Instructional Objective
0101.12 Use the creative process (brainstorm, research, rough sketch, and final
product) to create and critique a work of art.
No.
01
Performance Objective
Use the creative process to plan, create, critique and
evaluate art work.
Standard Reference
6-8.VA.3.3.3,
9-12.VA.3.3.3
Resource Reference
Assessment
Correlation